We talk marketing most of the time on Color Bar—but today, we’re diving into the world of sales and the essential connection between the two. Our guest is Marc Nudelburg, President of OnTheBall (OTB), a dynamic organization focused on helping sales leaders train smarter, connect differently, and grow with intention.

Whether you’re a B2B sales leader, part of a sales team, or just looking to sharpen your edge, this episode is packed with insights, including:

• How to use social platforms to connect with the right people and grow your business
• Leveraging tools like Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and video to break through the noise
• Building your personal brand in an authentic way
• Balancing AI-generated content with real human connection
• Why discipline and consistency are the true differentiators in sales success

Marc shares actionable strategies, stories from the field, and a refreshing perspective on modern sales.

👉 Want to go deeper? Connect with Marc on LinkedIn and schedule one of OTB’s famous “virtual coffees” to continue the conversation beyond the pod.

This week, the Marketing Executives Group (MEG) event is taking place in Chicago, alongside the National Restaurant Association Show — and our very own Kim Opdyke is on the ground.

In this episode, Kim shares firsthand insights into the key topics shaping conversations among dining industry marketers at MEG. From enhancing loyalty programs and leveraging AI in both marketing and operations, to launching new store openings and staying ahead of evolving trends — this episode covers it all.

Tune in to get a pulse on what’s next in restaurant marketing.

🔗 Learn more about MEG:
https://restaurant.org/events-and-community/conferences/marketing-executives-group/

We’re serving up a special episode of Color Bar with Kim Opdyke, who’s trading in her usual role as co-host to join us as the COO of DineTec, Sandy Alexander’s dedicated division for the dining industry.

In this episode, Kim takes us behind the scenes of the technology powering one of the most important—and overlooked—marketing tools in the restaurant world: the menu. From data-driven menu optimization to the latest trends in loyalty programs and guest experience, we dive into how brands are working to get more "butts in seats" by creating meaningful, in-restaurant engagement.

Kim’s passion for the dining space and the work DineTec is doing for leading restaurant brands comes through loud and clear—don’t miss this flavorful conversation!